Step out in style this holiday season with these cocktail looks from area boutiques.
photography by Brad Arender
art direction by Libby Gifford
models: Cherish Roberts and John Reed Loflin
hair and makeup by Meka Reliford
BEAU MONDE BOUTIQUE
This showstopper features scalloped lace, high-low
hemline, and sheer neckline and back. Kill the chill with this cute faux fur coat.
DUCK & DRESSING BOUTIQUE
Demure yet contemporary, this dress features a high, fold-over neckline with a plunging cut-out at the neckline. Fitted through the bodice to the hips, the cocktail dress flares out to a fluted, mid-length hemline. Add a fur-lined scarf and a dressy boot to complete the look.
SALT & PEPPER
ACCESSORY BOUTIQUE
Matte-finished sequins catch and reflect light on a slinky cocktail dress crafted with an ultra-figure-flattering wrapped waist that drapes into a sleek asymmetrical hem. Accessorize with a statement necklace and glittery, strappy heels.
RON ALEXANDER CLOTHIERS
Step out in style with this look from Ron Alexander Clothiers. A white shawl collared coat is paired with a polka-dot vest and striped shirt for a look that combines patterns and prints perfectly.
K-SERA BOUTIQUE
This long sleeve mock neck dress with sequins is gorgeous for any cocktail party! Pair it with a simple black heel and black rhinestone earrings.
MOODY BLUES BOUTIQUE
Cherish looks breathtaking in this black sequin and gold shift dress. Add a simple gold earring and hit the town this holiday season.
BEEHIVE
Looking for the perfect party dress? This little gold and black dress features a mock neck and flowy fit. Pair with a statement necklace and matching earrings and a peep-toe, patent leather heel.
THE TOGGERY Looking for the perfect party dress? This dress in holiday green is perfectly suited for Cherish, it features a Frenchie silhoutte with a flounce at the hem. The look is pulled together with this beautiful fur shawl. John Reed looks dashing in a black mock pima cotton turtleneck and sport coat with leather trim.
ANITRA’S
People will stare, so it’s time to make it worth while. There is no doubt that a red gown creates that magnificent glamour of old Hollywood beauty with a sweet bateau sheer illusion neckline. Melding modest coverage and plenty of style, the neckline and cap sleeves are embellished with a lace appliqué and small amounts of sequins to give it a natural sparkle.